bimonthly
English
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Adjective
bimonthly (not comparable)
- Occurring once every two months; bimestrial
- Twice every month; semimonthly.
- His bimonthly appointment was almost due.
Adverb
bimonthly (not comparable)
- once every two months; bimestrially
- Twice every month; semimonthly.
- They checked on his progress bimonthly.
Usage notes
Because of the ambiguity of this word, it is best to avoid it. Instead, use twice a month or every two months as appropriate. Also see biweekly.
Translations
once every two months
Noun
bimonthly (plural bimonthlies)
- A publication that is published on a bimonthly basis.
- We have to get the report done. If the boss doesn't get his bimonthly he'll scream.
See also
- fortnightly (every two weeks)
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